End-of-summer Chillin'

Two ways to escape the depressing fact that summer is winding down:

1. Have a drink.
Step up to your cool outdoor bar made from wood pallets and pour yourself your absolute favorite beverage of the season. Make that two.
 [Bar directions at hgtv.com.] 

2. Read en plein air.
Carry your drink to a comfy seat, put your feet up, and choose a juicy read from your homemade, hanging book basket.  [Basket idea from crapivemade.com]